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Crimzn · 01-09-2012, 01:39 PM

I'm tempted to jump on the Rook as I found last years model new on ebay for $290. Just wasn't sure if the completely flat profile would make turning any easier and if it'd have much pop.

Nivek · 01-09-2012, 03:45 PM

For me at 145lbs the 54 Rook was one of my all time favorite jump sticks. Plenty of pop. And on top of that zero cam is really my favorite flavour. If that Rook is really in the right size I'd for sure snag it.

Crimzn · 01-09-2012, 11:17 PM

Someone grabbed it up pretty much as soon as I made that post, haha. Fail on me. But oh well! Now I guess I'm deciding between the Signal Omni, Jones Twin, NS Proto, or Arbor Blacklist for an all-in-one.

Or I found a couple deals and I could grab myself both a Rome Artifact Rocker and a Bataleon Riot for a little over the price of one board above. Which I guess would probably better cover my needs of park and speed. But then I'll have to drop more on bindings.

jyuen · 01-09-2012, 11:28 PM

i have a proto..
i'm 5'9" 165-170lbs and i have the proto 152
feels much longer than a 152, great edge hold, doesn't chatter at high speeds, can take it off jumps..

my only gripe with the board is that it's a little catchy on boxes/rails...

Kesson · 01-10-2012, 01:37 AM

I have a Rook and A Reverb Rocker. Much prefer the Rook. The Reverb has loads of pop and is fun to butter around at low speed but it feels unstable at high speeds to me. The rook is just solid, the flat base is predictable and stable. Flex pattern is great for presses and butters and there's no lack of pop. Fast base, beefy edges. I usually ride 156cm+ but I downsized to 154 for the rook just to try it and I really like it.

Solstice has last years 154 Rook Mcnett (which is what I have, size 11, 155lb.) and the 156 Rook Austin Smith for $288. They're a west coast shop so shipping might cost a bit but still..

Search results for: 'nitro rook'

Crimzn · 01-12-2012, 09:52 PM

Well guys, I finally ended up snagging a mint Lib Tech Banana Magic 2011 for $500. Only catch is, its 152cm, which I'm aware is a tad short for my "recommended" length. I haven't had it out yet, but I'm hoping for the best. I find it hard to believe that an 1.5 inches of length could ruin my ride!

Nsane1 · 01-12-2012, 09:59 PM

I think the GNU Riders Choice would be worth looking at as a quiver killer.

mrsalazar59 · 01-12-2012, 10:48 PM

Question for anyone, Crimzn mentioned the Rome Artifact Rocker. Any thoughts on that board for a transitioning beginner to intermediate that is looking for a reverse camber with flex?

Nsane1 · 01-12-2012, 10:57 PM

super noodle board. Will be my next board but only for park/small hills. I don't know if it would be a good all-mountain board... Hence a quiver killer.

mrsalazar59 · 01-12-2012, 11:15 PM

gracias for the input. any recommendations for a reverse that it is somewhat well rounded?

01-09-2012, 03:45 PM	#12 (permalink)
Nivek Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Mountains of Mordor Posts: 5,418	For me at 145lbs the 54 Rook was one of my all time favorite jump sticks. Plenty of pop. And on top of that zero cam is really my favorite flavour. If that Rook is really in the right size I'd for sure snag it. __________________ Snowboarding Sucks. Buy my stuff 2014 Flow Rush LTD 153 $200 2014 Flow Fuse SE Med $100 2012 Trek Remedy Carbon 9.8 $3500 http://rockies.craigslist.org/bik/3766331309.html

01-09-2012, 11:28 PM	#14 (permalink)
jyuen -LIFETIME MEMBER- Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 397	i have a proto.. i'm 5'9" 165-170lbs and i have the proto 152 feels much longer than a 152, great edge hold, doesn't chatter at high speeds, can take it off jumps.. my only gripe with the board is that it's a little catchy on boxes/rails... __________________ 2007 Rome Agent 155, 2011 Rome Artifact Rocker 150, 2012 Never Summer Proto CT 152 2011 Union Contacts, 2012 Flux SF45, 2008 Rome 390's (Retired) 2011 Zoom Kaiju, 2007 Thirtytwo Prospects (Retired)

01-10-2012, 01:37 AM	#15 (permalink)
Kesson Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 27	I have a Rook and A Reverb Rocker. Much prefer the Rook. The Reverb has loads of pop and is fun to butter around at low speed but it feels unstable at high speeds to me. The rook is just solid, the flat base is predictable and stable. Flex pattern is great for presses and butters and there's no lack of pop. Fast base, beefy edges. I usually ride 156cm+ but I downsized to 154 for the rook just to try it and I really like it. Solstice has last years 154 Rook Mcnett (which is what I have, size 11, 155lb.) and the 156 Rook Austin Smith for $288. They're a west coast shop so shipping might cost a bit but still.. Search results for: 'nitro rook' Last edited by Kesson; 01-10-2012 at 01:42 AM.

01-12-2012, 09:59 PM	#17 (permalink)
Nsane1 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Western KY Posts: 82	I think the GNU Riders Choice would be worth looking at as a quiver killer. __________________ Current Gear: 2011 GNU Cargon Credit 162w Rome Arsenal's Salomon Faction's Usual Riding Spots: Snowshoe, WV Paoli Peaks, IN Perfect North, IN

01-12-2012, 10:57 PM	#19 (permalink)
Nsane1 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Western KY Posts: 82	super noodle board. Will be my next board but only for park/small hills. I don't know if it would be a good all-mountain board... Hence a quiver killer. __________________ Current Gear: 2011 GNU Cargon Credit 162w Rome Arsenal's Salomon Faction's Usual Riding Spots: Snowshoe, WV Paoli Peaks, IN Perfect North, IN

01-09-2012, 01:39 PM	#11 (permalink)
Crimzn Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: WV Posts: 36	I'm tempted to jump on the Rook as I found last years model new on ebay for $290. Just wasn't sure if the completely flat profile would make turning any easier and if it'd have much pop.

01-09-2012, 11:17 PM	#13 (permalink)
Crimzn Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: WV Posts: 36	Someone grabbed it up pretty much as soon as I made that post, haha. Fail on me. But oh well! Now I guess I'm deciding between the Signal Omni, Jones Twin, NS Proto, or Arbor Blacklist for an all-in-one. Or I found a couple deals and I could grab myself both a Rome Artifact Rocker and a Bataleon Riot for a little over the price of one board above. Which I guess would probably better cover my needs of park and speed. But then I'll have to drop more on bindings.

01-12-2012, 09:52 PM	#16 (permalink)
Crimzn Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: WV Posts: 36	Well guys, I finally ended up snagging a mint Lib Tech Banana Magic 2011 for $500. Only catch is, its 152cm, which I'm aware is a tad short for my "recommended" length. I haven't had it out yet, but I'm hoping for the best. I find it hard to believe that an 1.5 inches of length could ruin my ride!

01-12-2012, 10:48 PM	#18 (permalink)
mrsalazar59 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2	Question for anyone, Crimzn mentioned the Rome Artifact Rocker. Any thoughts on that board for a transitioning beginner to intermediate that is looking for a reverse camber with flex?

01-12-2012, 11:15 PM	#20 (permalink)
mrsalazar59 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2	gracias for the input. any recommendations for a reverse that it is somewhat well rounded?

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